Your Gift Empowers Generations of Belonging
Every student deserves to be seen. Every graduate deserves to be celebrated
At the Lavender Graduation Legacy Project, we believe that recognition matters—especially for LGBTQ+ students whose identities and journeys are too often overlooked. That’s why we’ve made it our mission to support schools and organizations in hosting meaningful, inclusive Lavender Graduation ceremonies through training, resources, and inspiration. It is also why we are developing the Lavender Graduation Legacy Project Archives.
Lavender Graduations honor the resilience, brilliance, and achievements of LGBTQ+ students. These ceremonies create affirming spaces that say: you belong, you matter, and we see you. But many schools and organizations don’t know where to start—or have the tools to make it happen.
That’s where we come in.
With your support, we provide:
- Training and toolkits for educators and community leaders
- Customizable resources to plan and promote ceremonies
- Consulting and coaching to build sustainable, student-centered programs
- Inspiration and mentorship for institutions just beginning their journey
We’re not just helping schools host events. We’re building a national legacy of LGBTQ+ affirmation and celebration through Lavender Graduation events.
Will you join us?
Your donation—whether $25, $100, or whatever feels right—helps ensure that more LGBTQ+ graduates get the recognition they deserve. Together, we can create ceremonies that celebrate every student’s journey with pride, dignity, and joy.
We do not charge for our services. Please join us in supporting this important Project!
Give now and help us uplift the next generation of LGBTQ+ graduates.
Your donation is tax deductible.
A project of Strait Knot Productions
ein number 92-2510473
The Lavender Graduation Legacy Project uplifts trans and queer students of all backgrounds and ages by helping institutions and organizations to host affirming graduation ceremonies that recognize people’s resilience and joy. It also maintains and preserves the history of Lavender Graduation through out Archives. Every dollar raised sustains this transformative work across the country.
As a valued donor at any level or a sponsor or a grant maker, your support Empowers Generations of Belonging
$10 to $99
your name will appear on our Lavender Light level donors web page
$100-$499
your name will appear on our Lavender Torchbearers web page and you will receive an Amazon coupon for a paperback copy of the Lavender Graduation Legacy Project Manual
$500-999
your name will appear on our Lavender Leaders web page and you will
receive a signed paperback copy of the Lavender Graduation Legacy Project Manual
$1000+
your name will appear on our Lavender Visionary donors web page and
you will receive a signed hard copy of the Lavender Graduation Legacy Project Manual
Major Gifts Donor $5000+
Your name will appear on our donors’ web page as a Lavender Graduation Legacy Project Archives Preserver of History and your will receive a signed hard cover copy of the Lavender Graduation Legacy Project Manual. In addition, your name will be listed on the Archives page as a Preserver of History.
Corporate/Institutional Sponsor
Your company’s logo with a link to your company will appear on our sponsors’ web page as a Lavender Graduation Legacy Project Sponsor as well as on the Lavender Graduation Legacy Project homepage.
For your information and for transparency, our annual funding goals are:
General Operating Support including insurance, marketing, advertising, travel, staff, etc.
Training & Toolkits
Archives development, maintenance, exhibits, shipping
Event/Legacy Tour Fund including NASPA, ACPA, and Creating Change conferences
Reserve/Contingency Fund
$60,000
$25,000
$30,000
$30,000
$10,000
Total $155,000
Please make your tax deductible gift to the Lavender Graduation Legacy Project
Make checks payable to:
Strait Knot Productions
ein number 92-2510473
or
Checks may be mailed to:
Dr. Ronni Sanlo
Lavender Graduation Legacy Project
1400 West Washington
Suite 104, pmb 47
Sequim, WA 98382
Member:
NASPA
LGBTQ Leaders in High Education
Society of American Archivists
Consortium of Higher Education LGBT Resource Professionals